This paper describes a technique for photogrammetric analysis of stereo pairs of images that is applied to the study of orographic convection. The technique is designed for use with digital images and assumes detailed knowledge of the camera properties (focal length and imaging chip) but that the position and orientation are known as a first guess. An iterative scheme using known landmarks on t...

This article provides a critical review of aero-optics with an emphasis on recent developments in computational predictions and the physical mechanisms of flow-induced optical distortions. Following a brief introduction of the fundamental theory and key concepts, computational techniques for aberrating flow fields and optical propagation are discussed along with a brief survey Annu. Rev. Fluid ...

The elevated terrain in the desert southwest of the United States provides an ideal location in which to observe the onset and transition from shallow to deep convection. Thunderstorms associated with the North American Monsoon (NAM) occur on a fairly regular diurnal cycle, with shallow convection developing under often clear skies over the highest peaks a few hours after sunrise. The shallow c...

Point pressure measurements were performed on a hemisphere-on-cylinder turret in-flight and in the wind tunnel at the University of Notre Dame. Measurements were performed at a total of 36 different locations on the turret. The pressure coefficients (cp) was analyzed versus viewing angle for each Mach number and were compared with previous experiments and theoretical values based on the potenti...

middle of squares, one of the components of physical aspect is considered as an appropriateindicator in designing successful urban squares, which consequently promotes visual quality. the present study aims todetermine how the above mentioned aspect was presented in the middle-ages and renaissance within italian squares.considering the aim of the investigation, library studies as well as visual...